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Alfred Karcher Se And Co

Alfred Karcher SE & Co. is a leading global provider of cleaning technology, headquartered in Germany. Founded in 1935, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Europe, Asia, and North America. Karcher is renowned for its innovative solutions in the cleaning industry, offering a diverse range of products such as high-pressure cleaners, vacuum cleaners, and floor care equipment. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, Karcher has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for design and efficiency. The company’s unique approach combines advanced technology with user-friendly features, positioning it as a market leader. Karcher’s dedication to excellence and innovation has solidified its reputation as a trusted name in cleaning solutions worldwide.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Alfred Karcher Se And Co's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

34

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Alfred Karcher Se And Co's score of 34 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Alfred Karcher Se And Co's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 25,000,113 kg CO2e, comprising 9,623,512 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 15,885,584 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 16,126,017 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects their ongoing commitment to transparency in emissions reporting. The company has set ambitious climate targets, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. Additionally, they plan to cut Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and the use of sold products by 51.6% per thousand EUR value added by 2030, with a 2022 base year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. Kärcher's emissions intensity has shown a downward trend, with emissions per million euros of turnover decreasing from 0.017 tonnes CO2e in 2015 to 0.007 tonnes CO2e in 2022. This indicates a commitment to improving operational efficiency while reducing carbon footprints. The company continues to focus on sustainability as a core aspect of its business strategy, reflecting its dedication to environmental stewardship in the electrical equipment and machinery sector.

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Scope 1
7,591,376
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Scope 2
27,907,958
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Scope 3
618,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Alfred Karcher Se And Co's primary industry is Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Alfred Karcher Se And Co is headquartered in DE, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Alfred Karcher Se And Co is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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